A public hearing regarding a proposal for two large buildings in the heart of Sun Prairie’s downtown drew a large crowd on Tuesday, Dec. 12. After hearing resident comments, the
Zoning committee discusses ‘brothel law’ in Wednesday meeting
April 20, 2021
The Plan Commission’s Zoning Committee debated a proposal to end Evanston’s “brothel law” Wednesday, with members ultimately deciding to delay any decision on the matter.
The “brothel law,” formally called the three-unrelated rule, does not allow for more than three unrelated people living in one housing unit without a special permit. The law has been criticized by residents and Northwestern students for creating barriers to accessible housing.
Joining Forces for Affordable Housing, an advocacy coalition led by Connections for the Homeless, sent a letter to the committee opposing the rule because of its impact on affordable housing. The letter said the rule limits the ability of people who can’t afford their own housing to reduce their housing costs by sharing housing with orders.